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Today marks World Food Safety Day 2026, with WHO and FAO focusing on moving from burden to solutions for safe food everywhere. The theme emphasizes the ongoing importance of food safety practices that affect all food ser…

The FDA has issued warning letters to bakeries for serious food safety violations including undeclared sesame allergens in rolls, evidence of rodent activity, and sanitation failures. Restaurant operators should ensure t…

Consumer Reports is pressuring USDA to disclose information about chicken Salmonella testing methods that were previously approved but are now considered unreliable due to false positives. This could affect food safety s…

The FDA has published a discussion paper exploring potential compliance flexibilities for its Food Traceability Rule. The document aims to gather stakeholder feedback before a virtual public meeting on June 15. This coul…

The FDA is stepping up enforcement of food safety regulations for imported foods including cheese, juice, and canned goods through updated import alerts. This could affect restaurant supply chains that rely on imported i…

Food safety professionals responsible for detecting foodborne illness outbreaks are being laid off or defunded across the country. This reduction in oversight could mean foodborne illnesses go undetected longer, potentia…

A food safety attorney reflects on three decades of food safety legal work following the 1993 Jack in the Box E. coli outbreak. The article appears to offer insights for food company executives and lawmakers based on ext…

New inspection documents show ongoing food safety violations at Boar's Head's Virginia facility that preceded a deadly Listeria outbreak in 2024. The outbreak sickened 61 people and was traced to products from the plant.…

A new Australian consumer survey has identified common food safety mistakes made by the public. The results were released in preparation for World Food Safety Day on June 7. While this survey focuses on Australian consum…

The World Health Organization estimates 866 million people get sick from foodborne illnesses annually, highlighting the critical importance of food safety practices. This staggering figure underscores why restaurants mus…

The FDA is stepping up enforcement on imported foods by issuing alerts focused on unauthorized color additives, pesticide residues, and Salmonella contamination. These import alerts help enforce U.S. food safety standard…

Food safety experts report an increase in people using artificial intelligence to create fake images of moldy food, undercooked meat, and foreign objects in food to fraudulently claim refunds and compensation. Restaurant…

Health authorities in England reported 28 deaths linked to Listeria contamination, with infection levels remaining steady. While this is international news, US restaurant operators should review their food safety protoco…

A recent survey by Food Standards Australia New Zealand found food poisoning is the top food safety concern among consumers. This highlights the ongoing importance for restaurant operators to maintain strict food safety …

An opinion piece discusses how the infant formula industry received warnings about botulism contamination risks prior to a recent outbreak. This highlights the importance of proactive food safety measures and heeding ind…

A Danish food company was fined $12,400 for failing to notify authorities about Listeria findings. While this occurred in Denmark, it serves as a reminder that US restaurant operators must promptly report foodborne patho…

New research indicates that rising temperatures due to climate change may be contributing to increased antibiotic resistance in Salmonella bacteria. This could potentially make foodborne illness outbreaks more difficult …

The FDA has sent warning letters to a sprout producer and pet treat manufacturer for food safety violations. Business owners have 15 days to respond to these enforcement actions, which are part of the FDA's ongoing food …

Public health officials in England are reporting consistently high levels of Salmonella and Campylobacter infections. While this is international news, US restaurant operators should use this as a reminder to review thei…

New research analyzing over 236,000 Salmonella genomes shows climate change may increase antimicrobial-resistant Salmonella bacteria. The study examined how temperature and rainfall changes from 1940-2023 affect bacteria…

The FDA has modernized its pesticide compliance program, now called 'Pesticides in Human Foods - Domestic and Import.' The updated program focuses exclusively on monitoring pesticide residues in foods to ensure safety st…

Ireland has reported increased levels of major foodborne pathogens in 2025, with Salmonella reaching its highest level since 2008. While this data is from Ireland, US restaurant operators should remain vigilant about foo…

Many restaurants unknowingly spend significant money on repeatedly addressing the same food safety problems that keep returning under different names or in different departments. These hidden costs include staff time spe…

The FDA has published a discussion paper with information and questions to guide stakeholder engagement before a virtual public meeting on June 15th focused on food traceability. This meeting will likely address regulati…

The FDA is conducting a new safety assessment of phthalates used in food packaging and contact materials. This review will evaluate whether these chemicals remain safe for use in the food supply based on current scientif…

German health authorities analyzed 3,021 foodborne illness outbreaks across 16 states over a 10-year period. While this study is from Germany, the findings may provide insights into food safety trends and outbreak patter…

An opinion piece discusses food safety attorney Bill Marler's views on restaurant industry safety practices. The article suggests Marler's analysis is accurate but may be missing some key perspectives on implementation c…

The FDA has cited three companies for failing to properly verify the safety of imported food products. Restaurant owners who source imported ingredients should review their supplier verification procedures to ensure comp…

The FDA is issuing more warning letters to food companies, indicating heightened regulatory enforcement. Restaurant operators should review their food safety protocols and supplier compliance to avoid potential violation…

The International Finance Corporation has published a new guide to help analyze food safety aspects of national food systems. The guide covers food safety assessment along with food fortification, food waste reduction, a…

The World Health Organization reports that global surveillance of foodborne diseases has improved only slightly and remains below targets. This indicates ongoing challenges in tracking and preventing food safety issues w…

The FDA has updated its import alerts to strengthen enforcement of U.S. food safety regulations for foreign food products. This affects imported cheese, canned foods, seafood, and other products entering the country. Res…

A study from Spain examined toxin-related foodborne illness outbreaks, highlighting the significant public health impact. The largest Clostridium perfringens outbreak in the study affected 426 people, demonstrating the s…

The Department of Justice is actively pursuing criminal prosecutions under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FDCA) for food safety violations. These cases often stem from foodborne illness outbreaks that harm con…

The USDA wants to shut down the Beltsville Agricultural Research Center in Maryland and scatter its food safety research units. Scientists and lawmakers are concerned this could disrupt important food safety research tha…

High-volume food production facilities processing thousands of containers per hour must use proper depalletizing equipment that handles containers gently. This prevents container damage that can lead to foreign material …

The Food and Agriculture Organization has released new documents focusing on preventing foodborne viruses and implementing risk-based inspection approaches. These resources provide updated guidance for food safety profes…

The FDA issued warning letters to an airline catering company and a Florida bakery for serious food safety violations involving Listeria contamination and allergen control issues. Business owners have 15 days to respond …

The Food and Agriculture Organization held a webinar where experts from Philippines, Turkey, and Chile shared how they managed food safety during national disasters. The focus was on preventing unsafe food from causing a…

An experienced food safety attorney with over 30 years of representing victims in food-related lawsuits shares insights on foods they personally avoid. The attorney's perspective offers real-world lessons from decades of…